MGH CENTER FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT YOUTH PROGRAMS AMERICORPS MASSACHUSETTS PROMISE FELLOW/ YOUTH SCHOLARS FELLOW AmeriCorps Massachusetts Promise Fellows deliver the resources young people need to be successful in life by creating, managing, and leading meaningful out-of-school time programs for youth in grades 4-12. Fellow projects focus on mentoring, social and emotional learning, college and career readiness, academic enrichment, and community service-learning. The Massachusetts Promise Fellowship achieves this by placing AmeriCorps Fellows with non-profit organizations and state/local government agencies that focus on fulfilling the needs of our youth by providing: a caring adult, a safe place, a healthy start, a marketable skill, and an opportunity to give back. SERVICE DESCRIPTION The mission of the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Center for Community Health Improvement (CCHI) is to collaborate with community and hospital partners to build and sustain healthier communities and to enhance the hospital’s responsiveness to patients and community members from diverse backgrounds. Over the past 19 years, the CCHI has worked with community partners in Chelsea, Revere, Charlestown, and Boston to assess needs and create more than 35 programs that prevent and reduce substance abuse and violence, increase access to care for vulnerable populations, eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in health care and provide opportunities for Boston youth. Building upon MGH Youth Scholar College Prep Initiative, the Fellow will expand program offerings and continue to facilitate the college readiness program for 9th and 10th grade scholars. The initiative’s goal is to ensure that MGH Youth Scholars are motivated and compelled to complete high school and matriculate and graduate from institutions of higher education. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  Build relationships with 30 11th grade Youth Scholars and work with them individually and in groups on narrowing their college selections  Build and expand upon programming that will expose Youth Scholars to colleges and universities throughout MA (strongly encouraged to think outside of just Boston)  Introduce Youth Scholars to a myriad of career options and possibilities that are connected to STEM and healthcare  Monitor the academic progress of all Scholars and ensure that those who need extra support are provided with tutoring services Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Northeastern University ♦ 360 Huntington Avenue, 212 CP ♦ Boston, MA 02115 [email protected] ♦ www.masspromisefellows.org    Work in collaboration with Youth Scholars Manager on creating college access and readiness opportunities for Youth Scholars 9th-10th grade cohorts Work in collaboration with the Center’s Evaluation department to identify strengths and areas for improvement for the College Prep Initiative Travel at least once/month for Fellowship meetings, retreats, and training throughout the Commonwealth QUALIFICATIONS  Excellent organizational and communication skills  The ability to work independently and as part of a team  An interest in and commitment to national and community service  The desire to work with diverse constituencies  Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously  Ability to see the big picture without losing sight of the details  Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills  Professional and mature  Ability to work a flexible schedule – may require some evenings and weekends  “Can do” work ethic and idealism  Positive and optimistic sense of humor  Bachelors Degree required  Spanish speaking a plus, but not required  Ability to work a flexible schedule – may require some evenings and weekends  17 years of age or older  Must be a US Citizen, US National or Permanent Resident Alien  Must be willing to comply with a criminal background check and FBI fingerprint check BENEFITS For a one year full-time commitment and 1700 hours of AmeriCorps service Fellows receive: A taxable living allowance of $14,000/year ♦ Excellent training opportunities ♦ FREE courses at Northeastern University in the College of Professional Studies & discounted courses upon successfully completing the service year ♦ Loan forbearance and a $5,645 educational award ♦ Monthly travel allowance ♦Career coaching and support ♦ Healthcare options* *Healthcare coverage will be available, either by direct provider or through a reimbursement process for coverage obtained on the state exchange. In addition to reimbursement, assistance in navigating the state exchange will be provided. More information is available upon request. CONTACT INFORMATION Apply ASAP! Applicants are hired on a rolling basis. Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/mpfgeneralapplication to fill out a general application and send a letter of interest, resume and contact info for three references ASAP and before May 12th, 2014 preferably electronically to: Christyanna Egun Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Community Health Improvement 101 Merrimac Street, Suite 603 Boston, MA 02114 Fax: 617-726-2224 Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Northeastern University ♦ 360 Huntington Avenue, 212 CP ♦ Boston, MA 02115 [email protected] ♦ www.masspromisefellows.org Email: [email protected] http://www.massgeneral.org/cb MORE INFO  Interviews will take place during April and May of 2014  Hiring decisions will be made on or before June 30th, 2014  Program start date is August 5th, 2014  Visit www.masspromisefellows.org for detailed program information The Massachusetts Promise Fellowship is committed to providing equal opportunities. We serve and partner with diverse organizations, and are dedicated to non-discrimination. It is our policy to ensure that all individuals with whom we are in contact are treated without regard to age, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation or expression, or veteran status. We require that all our partners make reasonable accommodations for any and all individuals with a permanent or temporary disability. We actively partner with organizations representing minority concerns and interests to build high-performing teams that mirror the communities we serve. Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Northeastern University ♦ 360 Huntington Avenue, 212 CP ♦ Boston, MA 02115 [email protected] ♦ www.masspromisefellows.org